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Scientists discover incredible way to make plastic materials nearly indestructible — and then completely disappear

So far, recycling efforts haven't lived up to the hype, with only about 9% of plastic items getting recycled. An estimated 12 ...

Starch sachets release fertilizer in a controlled manner and can replace petroleum-derived polymers

An innovative product with the potential to replace polymers used in soil fertilizers is being developed in São Carlos in the ...
Frontiers

Self-healing biodegradable polymers for 3D printed dental and biomedical applications

The field of polymer science has seen a transformative evolution with the development of self-healing biodegradable materials ...
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Agricultural waste could power next generation of biodegradable plastics

The study Biodegradable Innovations: Harnessing Agriculture for Eco-Friendly Plastics, published in the Journal of ...
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The perfect polymer? Plant-based plastic is fully saltwater degradable and leaves behind zero microplastics

Researchers led by Takuzo Aida at the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS) in Japan have one-upped themselves in their quest to solve our microplastic problem. Subscribe to our newsletter ...
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What is a Biodegradable Material?

Pollution affects human health and the environment in many ways. Air, water, and land pollution continue to damage ecosystems, with conventional materials—especially plastics—being a primary ...

USDA organics board rejects compostable polymers, puts paper on watch

While the group is concerned about contamination from synthetic polymers broadly, it’s open to evaluating individual ...
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A popular ‘compostable’ bioplastic isn’t as biodegradable as it seems

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The use of plastic across all facets of human life has grown more ...
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BIOSTEMI: Degradable-Polymer, Ultrathin-Strut DES Shows No Late Catch-up at 5 Years

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—The Orsiro biodegradable-polymer, ultrathin-strut, sirolimus-eluting stent (Biotronik) continues to show superiority over the Xience Prime/Xpedition durable-polymer, ...
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New research partnership to develop biodegradable gloves from food waste for healthcare sector

Knowledge Transfer Partnership between Aston University and PFE Medical to develop a biodegradable clinical glove from food wasteThe gloves will provide a low-cost, convenient and sustainable ...